Laos Temples and Sacred Sites
Vientiane's religious landscape is defined by its diverse Buddhist architecture, ranging from the 16th-century gold-covered stupa of Pha That Luang to the thousands of miniature Buddha statues at Vat Sisaket. These sites serve as active community hubs for traditional Lao ceremonies. The collection includes central historic landmarks and quieter village temples, showcasing intricate wood carvings, colorful murals, and the foundational city pillar at Wat Si Muang.
A Wat Si Muang
Wat Si Muang or Simuong is a Buddhist temple in Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
B Inpeng Temple
Historic temple known for its intricate wood carvings, colorful murals, and its role as an active center for Buddhist learning.
C Wat Mixay
Built in the early 16th century, this temple features a distinct Thai-influenced architectural style and serves as a local primary school.
D That Luang
Pha That Luang is a large, gold-covered Buddhist stupa in the centre of the city of Vientiane, capital of Laos.
E Vat Sisaket
Built in 1818, this is Vientiane's oldest surviving temple. It features a cloister wall housing over 6,800 Buddha statues made of wood, stone, and bronze.
Wat Dane Soung
A remote forest temple situated on a sandstone plateau, featuring ancient rock-cut Buddha images and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Vat Sisavang Ham Moung Khoun
Local Buddhist temple serving the community near the Mekong riverfront.
Wat Chiampang Xôgnaham
Buddhist place of worship.
Wat Sihimuang Khun Ban Phao
Buddhist temple located in the Ban Phao district.
J Wat Ban Fay
Buddhist temple in the Ban Fay neighborhood.
Wat Nongvèng
Local Buddhist temple in the Nongvèng area.
Wat Nônsômboun
Buddhist place of worship in the Nônsômboun village area.
Phôthisôm Phonxaignahan Ban Pikrèt
Buddhist temple serving the Ban Pikrèt community.
Wat Thampha Vanaram
Buddhist temple located in a quiet, rural setting outside the city center.
ວັດບ້ານອີໄລເໜືອ
Buddhist temple in the northern Elai village area.
ວັດບ້ານອີໄລໄຕ້
Buddhist temple in the southern Elai village area.
Vat Pasamakhi Tham
Local Buddhist temple in the southern outskirts of Vientiane.
Wat Sivilai
Buddhist temple in the Sivilai district.
ວັດບ້ານສອງຂົວກາງແສນ
Village temple in the Songkhua Kangsen area.
Wat Savang Xeugnalam Phônkham
Buddhist temple in the Phônkham area.
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